In recent years, the 280ah lifepo4 battery has become the mainstream of the energy storage market because of its high capacity and high cycle life. Lithium ion battery manufacturers have also launched 280ah capacity lifepo4 battery cells. Today we’ll compare a few common 280ah batteries.
1.CATL
CATL is one of the top 10 lithium-ion battery manufacturers in China and one of Tesla’s suppliers, with a high reputation and unquestionable strength. His battery prices are naturally at a higher level. However, due to the global new energy market boom, there are especially many large electric vehicle and energy storage companies cooperating with CATL, resulting in a tight supply from CATL, and companies usually have to sign orders for a long time before they can get the batteries. CATL batteries of A grade are generally produced to supply directly to large car companies, etc. It is difficult to get A-grade CATL batteries in the market for small scale or retail, most of them are B-grade or used batteries.
The following is the specific data of CATL 3.2v 280ah lifepo4 battery cell:
| Parameter | Specification | Condition |
| Typical capacity | 280 Ah | standard charge and discharge procedure |
| Typical Energy | 896 Wh | standard charge and discharge procedure |
| Operating voltage | 2.5~3.65V 2.0~3.65V | Cell temperature T>0°C Cell temperature T≤0°C |
| Impedance (1KHz) | 0.17±0.05mΩ | Fresh cell （40%SOC） |
| Shipping capacity | 112±1Ah | 40% SOC |
| Residual capacity loss | Per month ≤3.0% | Fresh cell after 3month, 40%SOC, 25±2°C storage |
| Operating temperature (charging) | 0~60°C | |
| Cell Weight | 5.34±0.30Kg | |
| Storage Temp. | -30~60°C | Storage ambient humidity < 85% ROH, no condensation |
| Typical dimension （W*H*T） | (Width)：173.9±0.8mm (Height)：207.2±0.8mm (Thickness)：71.7±0.8mm | Thickness with compression force (300±20 Kgf), Height with Terminal |
| Rest SOC | ≥5% | SOC interval without load or charging |
| Altitude | ≤2000m | |
| Cycle performance | ≥6000Cycles | 25±2°C, cycle test by the standard charge and discharge method under 300±20Kgf preload |
| Cycle fading | ≤5% | 25±2°C, cycle test by the standard charge and discharge method under 300±20Kgf preload for 180 cycles |
| Storage fading | ≤5% | 25±2°C, standard charging to 100% SOC storage under 300±20Kgf preload for six month |
| Standard charge voltage | Cell max voltage 3.65V | |
| Standard charge temperature | 25±2°C | Cell Temperature |
| Absolute charging temperature （Cell Temperature） | 0~60°C | No matter what charge mode the battery is in, stop charging once the cell temperature exceeds absolute charge temperature range. |
| Absolute charging voltage | Max 3.65V | No matter what charge mode the battery is in, stop charging once the cell voltage exceeds absolute charge voltage. |
2.EVE
The most popular 280ah lifepo4 battery cell sold on the market is the LF280 from EVE. EVE is also one of the top 10 lithium-ion battery manufacturers in China. Their 280ah battery cell is also the main product of the manufacturer and was widely praised by customers once it was launched. After that, the manufacturer upgraded the product, making the cycle life of the battery cell from 3500times to 6000times. And set the 280ah battery according to the use of different versions of models. The specific differences between the different models can be found at: What is the difference between EVE LF280 and LF280K? The manufacturer has since launched a larger capacity 304ah cell, with an actual capacity of around 320ah, which is also selling very well. About this battery can be found at 304Ah battery cell.
The following is the specific data of EVE LF280K 3.2v 280ah lifepo4 battery cell:
| Item | Parameter | Remark | |
| Nominal Capacity | 280Ah | (25±2)℃，Standard charge and discharge | |
| Typical Voltage | 3.2v | ||
| AC Impedance Resistance(1KHz) | ≤0.25 mΩ | ||
| Standard charge and discharge | Charge / discharge current | 0.5 C/0.5 C | |
| Cut off voltage of charge / discharge | 3.65 V/2.5 V | ||
| Maximum charge / discharge current | Continuous charge / discharge | 1 C/1 C | According to continuous / pulse charge and discharge ammeters |
| Pulse charge / discharge (30s) | 2 C/2 C | ||
| Recommended scope of SOC | 10%～90% | ||
| Charging Temperature | 0 ℃～55 ℃ | According to continuous / pulse charge and discharge ammeters | |
| Discharging Temperature | -20 ℃～55 ℃ | ||
| Storage temperature | Short term (within 1 month) | -20℃～45℃ | |
| Long term (within 1 year) | 0℃～35℃ | ||
| Storage humidity range | ＜90% | ||
| Self-discharge rate per month | ≤3%/month | Temperature：(25±2)℃, Storage scope of SOC： 30%~50%SOC | |
| Dimension | Width | 173.7 ±0.5 mm | |
| Thickness (under 300±20 kgf , 30%～40% SOC ) | 72.0 ±1.0 mm | ||
| Average thickness (200 pcs, under 300±20 kgf , 30%～40% SOC ) | 72.0 ±0.5 mm | ||
| High（total） | 207.5 ±0.5 mm | ||
| High（subject） | 204.6 ±0.5 mm | ||
| Tabs Distance | 123.0±0.3 mm | ||
| Battery weight | 5.42±0.3 kg | ||
| cycle life at 25℃ | ≥6000 cycle @0.5C/0.5C | Under the 300kgf clamp, after standard charged and 30mins rest, discharge to 2.5V cutoff with the current of 0.5C(A) at (25±2) ℃, and then start the next cycle，end with the capacity decreasing to 80% of the Initial capacity. The number of cycles is defined as the cycle life of the battery. | |
If you need to purchase this product, please be sure to note whether you are purchasing an A-grade battery. A-grade cells are shipped with a finished product shipment report and a detailed battery data sheet. The battery data sheet records detailed data on each battery. Each battery will have a QR code on it, which is equivalent to the battery’s ID card, and the QR code corresponds to the battery data sheet one by one so that you know exactly what information is available about each battery. The finished product shipment report contains information such as Material S/N, order No. and Inspection date, which also corresponds to the information on the outer packaging of the battery.
EVE is now also putting the letter B on the QR code of recently shipped B grade batteries in order to distinguish between A grade and B grade batteries.As shown in the picture:
If there is no mark on the QR code, then there is a 50% chance that it is an A grade product, as there are some recycled and used A grade products on the market. These are usually products that have been used and are about to be phased out, with a much reduced number of cycle life. Much lower in price than A-grade batteries. To prevent safety hazards, we recommend that you pay attention to the above when purchasing. Choose A-grade batteries with finished product shipment report and battery data sheet.
3.LISHEN
LISHEN is a joint-stock high-tech enterprise with independent intellectual property core technology, specializing in the technological development, production and operation of lithium-ion batteries and power batteries. LISHEN does not currently have a 280ah cell, but he does have one close to this capacity: 3.2v 272ah lifepo4 battery cell. This battery cell is also currently selling well in the market. Because this cell has less capacity than the 280ah, the price per cell will also be slightly lower than the first two.
The following is the specific data of LISHEN 3.2v 272ah lifepo4 battery cell:
| Item | Specification |
| Cell Type | Lithium -ion power cell |
| Cell Model | LP71173207-272Ah |
| Nominal Capacity | 272Ah(The NEW BATTERY) |
| Nominal Voltage | 3.2V |
| AC-impedance(1000Hz) | 0.12±0.05mΩ |
| Weight | 5302±100g |
| Maximum Charge Current at Room Temperature | 1.0I1（Continuous） 2I1 (60s) |
| Charging Voltage | 3.65V |
| Maximum Discharge Current at Room Temperature | 1.0I1（Continuous） 2I1 (60s) |
| Discharge End Voltage | 2.5V（＞0℃）、2.0V(≤0℃) |
| Max Charging Temperature Range | 0℃ ~ 65℃ |
| Max Discharging Temperature Range | -35℃ ~ 65℃ |
| Optimal Charging Temperature Range | 15℃ ~ 35℃ |
| Optimal Discharging Temperature Range | 15℃ ~ 35℃ |
| Storage Temperature | -30℃~ 45℃(1 month) |
| -20℃ ~ 35℃ (6 months) | |
| *Cells should be stored at 20%SOC-40%SOC or the voltage is between 3.275V and 3.305V. | |
| Cycle Life at Room Temperature | 3500th Discharge Capacity ≥80% Nominal Capacity |
4.REPT
REPT was established in 2017 and is the first company to invest in the new energy sector in combination with the rich mineral resources of Castle Peak Industries. The company is mainly engaged in the research and development, production and sales of power/energy storage lithium-ion battery monoblocks to system applications, focusing on providing quality solutions for new energy vehicle power and smart power storage. REPT also has its own 280ah battery cell, its specifications are similar to those of several other battery cells.
The following is the specific data of LISHEN 3.2v 272ah lifepo4 battery cell:
| Item | Specification | Comment |
| Typical Capacity | ≥280Ah (0.5C) | 25±2℃ |
| Typical Voltage | 3.2C | |
| Operating Voltage | 0℃~55℃：2.5-3.65V -30℃~0℃：2.0-3.65V | |
| Standard Discharging Current | 140A | 25±2℃ |
| Maximum Continuous Discharging Current | 280A | 25±2℃ |
| Maximum Discharging Current | 560A | @60s,SOC ≥20% |
| Standard Charging Current | 140A | 25±2℃ |
| Maximum Continuous Charging Current | 280A | 25±2℃ |
| Maximum Charging Current | 560A | @60s,SOC ≤80% |
| Operating Temperature | Charge : 0℃~55℃ Discharge : -30℃~55℃ | |
| Storage Temperature | -30℃~60℃ | |
| Typical Dimension | Thickness: 71.7±0.50mm Width: 174.00±0.50mm Shoulder Height : 204.40±0.60mm Total Height : 206.80±0.60mm | @3000±200N， 27%SOC |
| Cathode Material | LiFeO4 | |
| Cell Weight | 5.40±0.15kg | |
| Energy Density | 166Wh/kg | |
| ~352Wh/L | ||
| ACR（1KHz） | ≤0.30mΩ | |
| Standard Charging Method (CC&CV) | In an ambient temperature of 25±5℃, battery is charged with constant current of 0.5I1(A) until 3.65V. Then it is charged at a constant voltage of 3.65V until the current is less than 0.05I1(A)，and rest one hour. | |
| Cycle Life | 1.Test temperature: 25±2℃. 2.Under 300±20 Kgf preload 3.CC at 0.5I1(A) to 3.65V &CV at 3.65V,terminal current at 0.05I1(A) and stand by 30min. 4.Discharge with a current at 0.5I1(A) to 2.5V and stand by 30min. 5.Cycle step 2. and 3. until capacity loss is more than 20% and record cycle number. | Cycle number≥6000 times |
As we can see from the above data, the size and weight of these cells do not differ much, so if you do not have particularly strict requirements in this area, you can choose a suitable cell according to other aspects. In terms of capacity, LISHEN has a lower capacity than the other 3 models, so customers who need a slightly lower capacity than 280ah can choose this model. Looking at cycle life, the LISHEN cell has a cycle life of over 3500 times under standard conditions, while the other 3 models have over 6000 times.
While focusing on the quality of the battery, we can choose the cells we need based on these data. If you have a need in this area or other questions you can also contact us, we will certainly provide you with a good price and good service to customize your battery solution.
P.S.: Faced with the massive demand for high-capacity batteries, CALB is also likely to launch lifepo4 batteries of around 280ah.
Update: CALB has now launched 280ah lifepo4 battery cells, its cycle life is 9,000 times.
This battery data please click the following link: CALB 280Ah.
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